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      Mid-market cyber efficiency starts here

      Australia’s mid-market sector is vital in delivering services, infrastructure, and economic value across the country.

      From local government and healthcare to financial services, education, and critical industries, these organisations keep communities functioning and markets moving. Their operations are increasingly digital, interconnected, and exposed to cyber risks.

      In 2024–25, the Australian Cyber Security Centre received over 84,000 cybercrime reports, with an average reportable cost of $97,200 per report for medium-sized businesses*. As Australia’s dependence on connected technologies grows, so too does the range of opportunities available to cyber criminals. Yet many mid-market organisations do not have dedicated internal cyber teams, formalised programs, or access to specialist capability nor dedicated budgets to deal with those risks.

      KPMG’s right sized cyber solutions are designed for mid-market organisations to close this gap. Scalable, flexible, cost‑efficient and accessible, these solutions enable greater operational efficiency.

      Whether you’re navigating regulatory expectations in aged care, managing digital uplift in local government, responding to an incident in financial services, or building security capability in a fast-growing venture, mining operation, or education provider – we help prioritise what matters, embed sustainable capability, and build confidence at every level of the organisation.

      * Australian Signals Directorate Annual Cyber Threat Report 2024-2025

      Cyber security: helping you manage the risk

      • Know where you stand

        We take the time to understand your organisation and help you build a clear picture of your cyber risk, obligations, and current maturity to future proof your business This allows you to focus time and investment on the areas that have the greatest impact on reducing exposure, rather than spreading resources too thin or overcommitting where it’s not needed.

      • Make the right moves

        We work with you to plan for real-world incidents and prepare your team to respond confidently. This includes supporting regulatory engagement, running executive simulations, and embedding the processes and escalation paths needed to protect your operations and reputation when pressure is high.

      • Be ready when it counts

        We help you plan for real-world incidents and prepare your team to respond confidently. This includes supporting regulatory engagement, running executive simulations, and embedding the processes and escalation paths needed to protect your operations and reputation when pressure is high.

      Right-sized cyber solutions and services

      If you’re unsure what’s working or where to focus, start here.

      We provide independent assessments to help you understand your current cyber maturity, identify gaps, and decide where to go next. Our focus is on clarity, not scoring, and on clear advice you can act on, including:

      • maturity assessments across governance, controls, response capability and leadership
      • performance benchmarking against sector norms and risk tolerance
      • delivery of findings in practical terms that guide decisions
      • health checks run during uplift, after incidents, or before major investments
      • recommendations for next steps aligned to risk, outcomes and capacity.

      If you have a plan, we help make it real. If you don’t, we’ll help build one that fits.

      Many organisations have cyber initiatives underway, but few have a coordinated plan or strategy that reflects their risk, obligations, and resourcing. 

      We work closely with you to help clarify direction, align stakeholders, and support delivery, including help to:

      • build or refine your cyber strategy based on business context, obligations and risk appetite
      • translate strategy into practical delivery plans across governance, controls, capability and timing
      • provide embedded cyber advisers or virtual CISO support for organisations without dedicated teams
      • align internal teams, remove duplication, and maintain momentum over time.

      If a cyber event tests your organisation tomorrow, will it be ready?

      We help you prepare for incidents before they happen and support you when they do. We focus on decision-making under pressure, leadership coordination, and regulator-facing readiness, including:

      • reviewing and improving incident response plans, protocols and governance
      • running tabletop exercises for executives, operational teams, and board members
      • assessing readiness against regulatory expectations and internal accountability
      • supporting post-incident debriefs, root cause analysis, and improvement planning.

      Regulatory and stakeholder expectations continue to rise. We help you understand your obligations, assess your current state, and strengthen your governance and compliance environment, including:

      • mapping and addressing obligations under the Privacy Act, Cyber Security Act 2024, SOCI Act, CPS 234 and other instruments
      • aligning with frameworks including ACSC Essential Eight, AESCSF, ISM, ISO 27001, VPDSS, PSPF, , PCI DSS, SOC 2, and NIST CSF, IEC 62443 reviewing and uplifting control design, documentation and assurance evidence
      • conducting internal audits, management reviews or readiness assessments
      • providing privacy management support, including breach response planning and OAIC alignment
      • supporting third-party and procurement reviews to manage external risk.

      Cyber risk stems from the everyday choices people make. Our cutting-edge cyber learning and training program empowers your workforce to adopt stronger security behaviours.

      We provide impactful training initiatives to transform behaviour and enhance your organisation’s security posture. From targeted messaging to full program delivery, we support uplift across business roles and maturity levels, including:

      • evaluating the effectiveness of your current training and awareness approach
      • designing behaviourally informed campaigns across teams and business units
      • delivering programs using your content or KPMG’s Cyber Learning Unlock platform
      • tracking engagement, participation, and measurable improvementT
      • tailoring messaging by role, exposure and risk profile.
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      Mid-Market & Private Business Advisory

      Right-sized. Future ready.

      Our Mid-Market & Private Business Advisory team works side by side with you to build short- and long-term capability. From strategic advice to seamless execution, we help emerging, private, family and mid-market organisations navigate complexity with confidence.

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      FAQs

      Mid-market businesses face growing cyber risks but often lack enterprise-level defences. Strong cyber security protects sensitive data, ensures business continuity, and safeguards reputation against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

      Phishing, ransomware, business email compromise, and supply chain attacks are the most frequent threats, often exploiting limited resources and weaker security controls in mid-sized businesses.

      KPMG offers scalable, cost-effective solutions focused on risk management, compliance, and resilience. Services include assessments, governance frameworks, and managed security tailored to mid-market needs and budgets.

      KPMG supports diverse sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, retail, and private or family-owned businesses, addressing industry-specific risks and regulatory requirements.

      Yes. KPMG assists with meeting Australian and global standards, including privacy laws, APRA CPS 234, and ISO frameworks, ensuring businesses stay compliant and audit-ready.